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K8 FVR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,848 mi
Last recorded40,848 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 FVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 40,848 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 40,317 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 40,317 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 38,206 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 36,302 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 33,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Dec 2021 33,487 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 30,201 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 26,385 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 23,670 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 23,592 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 23,545 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 23,279 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 22,870 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 22,186 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 21,665 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2011 20,740 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 19,799 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 18,524 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 17,023 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 14,993 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 13,298 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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K8 FVR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K8 FVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K8 FVR?

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What year was K8 FVR registered?

K8 FVR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is K8 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 FVR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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